A FORMER Bolton woman is searching for lost friends as part of a surprise party celebrations for her husband.

Sandra Thomasson, formerly Walsh, is anxious to get in touch with former workers at Bolton's Electricity Board on St George's Road before her June 27 celebration bash.

The party, including friends both past and present, will be held at the Masonic Hall, Bolton, and will celebrate John Thomasson's 50th birthday as well as the couple's 30th anniversary. The couple, who used to live at Green Avenue, Bolton, before leaving the town, were actively involved in a football team called The Electric Aces in the sixties and would love to hear from former team members. Anyone who can help is asked to contact John's sister Mrs Jean Taylor on Bolton 01204 525243.

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